Nanking Cherry Jam/Jelly

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   To make Juice.

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   Combine cherries, apple and water in a Dutch oven.

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   Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 35 minutes.

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   Mash mixture occasionally while cooking.

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   Strain through a cheesecloth for 8 hours for jelly, or squeeze through a colander to remove the seeds for jam.

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   Bring 4 cups of juice/pulp to full rolling boil and boil for 2 minutes.

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   Add 3 1/2 - 4 cups of sugar, mix well.

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   Bring back to a full rolling boil and boil for 4 minutes.

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   Add 1 pouch of liquid pectin and lemon juice.

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    Stir for 5 minutes.

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    Pour into hot sterile jars, process for 5 minutes or put into freezer when cool.

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    This may take up to 24 hours to set.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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